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Gillingham vs Harrogate Town

MEMS Priestfield Stadium, Gillingham, Kent16 August 2022 at 19:45
Referee: L. Swabey

Match Events

Gillingham
Harrogate Town
Kick Off
5′Joe Mattock
25′
M. Daly

assist: A. Pattison

33′Alexander Pattison
Hakeeb Adelakun44′
Half Time
Will Wright54′
63′
S. DooleyG. Thomson
W. WrightC. Alexander
65′
S. OKeefeS. Kashket
65′
Elkan Baggott69′
Ben Reeves71′
73′
J. MattockL. Richards
H. AdelakunA. MacDonald
75′
80′
M. DalyJ. Muldoon
R. LawL. Walker
81′
85′Kayne Ramsay
85′
A. Pattison

assist: J. Muldoon

Oliver Lee87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal5
7Shots off Goal7
15Total Shots13
6Blocked Shots1
9Shots insidebox7
6Shots outsidebox6
8Fouls9
11Corner Kicks6
2Offsides1
58%Ball Possession42%
5Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
412Total passes308
279Passes accurate184
68%Passes %60%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Gillingham is 6.87, compared to 7.19 for Harrogate Town. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Gillingham's highest-rated starter is G. Morris (6.87), while Harrogate Town's best-rated player is M. Oxley (7.19).

Defensive Solidity

Gillingham deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Harrogate Town's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Gillingham field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Harrogate Town's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Gillingham start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Harrogate Town averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 48% for Gillingham and 41% for Harrogate Town. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Gillingham's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Harrogate Town. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Gillingham's starting XI is 42.0 (youngest: G. Morris (42), oldest: G. Morris (42)), while Harrogate Town average 35.0 (youngest: M. Oxley (35), oldest: M. Oxley (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Gillingham's starters average 31 league appearances each, versus 8 for Harrogate Town. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Gillingham4-2-3-13-4-2-1Harrogate Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Morris4Wright5Ehmer23Baggott17Law10Lee8O'Keefe22Green11Reeves21Adelakun9Mandron1Oxley2Welch-H.24Ferguson3Mattock20Ramsay22Dooley17Austerf.15Headley16Pattison28Daly29Armstro.

Substitutes

Coach: N. Harris

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

GillinghamPosition StrengthHarrogate Town
6.87
Avg Rating
7.19
6.87Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.19
0G 1A0G 1A
Gillingham4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperG. Morris6.91A
4DefenderW. Wright
5DefenderM. Ehmer
23DefenderE. Baggott
17DefenderR. Law
10MidfielderO. Lee
8MidfielderS. O'Keefe
22MidfielderJ. Green
11MidfielderB. Reeves
21MidfielderH. Adelakun
9ForwardM. Mandron
Harrogate Town3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperM. Oxley7.21A
2DefenderM. Welch-Hayes
24DefenderK. Ferguson
3DefenderJ. Mattock
20MidfielderK. Ramsay
22MidfielderS. Dooley
17MidfielderJ. Austerfield
15MidfielderJ. Headley
16ForwardA. Pattison
28ForwardM. Daly
29ForwardL. Armstrong

Match Summary

Harrogate Town defeated Gillingham 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by M. Daly 25′, A. Pattison 85′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Gillingham had 58% possession while Harrogate Town held 42%. Gillingham had 15 shots (2 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Harrogate Town. Gillingham made 4 substitutions, Harrogate Town made 3.

Rivalry since 2023

Gillingham vs Harrogate Town Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Gillingham
2
wins
Drawn
2
Harrogate Town
3
wins
Total goals
16 · 2.3/match
Both scored
3/7 · 43%
Over 2.5
3/7 · 43%

Recent Form

Gillingham

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Harrogate Town

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Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Gillingham2wins
2draws8 meetings
Harrogate Town4wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.3

Average goals per game

38%

Games with 3+ goals

38%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (25%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (45%) — the odds may underestimate Harrogate Town.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.5%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 46.1%Draw 30.3%Away 29.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.153.203.25
Max2.203.393.61
Over 2.5: 47.6%Under 2.5: 58.8%
Market favourite:Gillingham · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market44.7%28.5%26.8%
Public market44.1%28.8%27.1%

Gillingham vs Harrogate Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Harrogate Town
Result vs. Market: Gillingham (46%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

GillinghamHalf-time:01Harrogate Town
15Shots13
2Shots on target5

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
24/01/26Harrogate Town0–3Gillingham4.00/3.40/1.86
27/09/25Gillingham0–1Harrogate Town1.69/3.58/4.78
29/03/25Harrogate Town1–1Gillingham2.67/3.04/2.79
23/11/24Gillingham1–2Harrogate Town1.66/3.69/5.27
01/04/24Harrogate Town5–1Gillingham3.60/3.43/2.08
09/09/23Gillingham1–0Harrogate Town1.81/3.39/4.46
04/03/23Harrogate Town0–0Gillingham2.85/3.11/2.62
16/08/22Gillingham0–2Harrogate Town2.17/3.30/3.45

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Gillingham

W 140D 106L 122
Over 2.540
Goals scored446

Away Record: Harrogate Town

W 83D 68L 125
Over 2.550
Goals scored317

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026